If there’s one thing we surely have more than enough of, it’s stress. Waiting in line at the grocery store, the early morning traffic jam, the annoying noise of construction drills from across the street, the tension of waiting for that call – these are all just some of the most common situations we’ve all experienced almost daily. But they take a toll on your patience and … [Read more...]
Opiate Addiction: Using Yoga To Light Your Path To Recovery
For nearly two decades, my mother struggled with an addiction to opiates following a botched back surgery that resulted in nerve damage in her left leg. Each day, she would rely on the harmful chemicals in pharmaceutical medications to ease her pain, though they seemed to do little to alleviate it entirely. For a long time, I did little to help my mother along her path to … [Read more...]
Organ Health Benefits Of Iyengar Yoga
B.K.S. Iyengar is one of the most famous yoga instructors in the world. He is so famous, in fact, that this entire movement of yoga was named for him after he reenergized over 200 classical yoga styles. Though he recently passed, you can still visit areas in India where his practice is still pumping lifeblood into the universe. Iyengar is responsible for introducing hundreds of … [Read more...]
Positive Life Changes That Practicing Jiu-Jitsu Brings You
In case you're unfamiliar with BJJ (Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu), it's a martial art that teaches you to defend and overpower much larger and more powerful opponents with the help of technique and leverage usage. However, calling BJJ a combat sport wouldn't be doing it any favors, as it's also a lifestyle, a long journey through life filled with learning. New techniques and … [Read more...]
10 Tips to Stay Safe and Comfortable in a Hot Yoga Class
Hot Yoga is a trend these days and almost every Yoga studio offers the possibility to take a hot class as well. Some say that it facilitates stretching while also increasing the motion rage and removes toxins as well. What matter the most is that you stay safe and feel comfortable during such a class so here’s what you should do. First of all, decide if this is for you It’s … [Read more...]
Compound vs. Isolation Moves: What is the Difference?
Let us clear the air right away: we are not going to declare a winner or say that one type of movement rules. That would be rather misleading and would certainly not reflect the truth. Both compound and isolation moves have their rightful place in training routines. In fact, weight training depends on them and uses these terms to classify two basic ways exercise trains out … [Read more...]
The Core-Blasting 10 Minute Pilates Workout
Make sure you include core exercises in your fitness routine. Strong core muscles make it easier to complete every day tasks. Weak core muscles leave you susceptible to poor posture, lower back pain and muscle injuries. Your core is commonly know as your midsection - including the front, back and sides. This area is the stabilizer for the entire body. So its very … [Read more...]
Aerial Yoga Or Anti-Gravity Fitness
What is aerial yoga? This is a fun and relatively new type of yoga. Ariel yoga combines the basics of yoga with calisthenics, dance, pilates and acrobatics. Aerial yoga is the natural evolution of Hatha Yoga but many different styles are popping up around the world. This type of yoga allows you to move more freely with flexibility, increasing your range of motion. Yoga … [Read more...]
Choosing A Yoga Style Thats Right For You
There are so many different styles of yoga that it can be intimidating for the beginner to figure out where to start. Most beginners want to get a good workout and experience some success in being able to complete the class. Many are concerned about accidentally signing up for an advanced class and being unable to perform the various moves. But yoga has something to offer … [Read more...]
